2005 Kia Opirus vs. 2000 Mitsubishi Verada
To start off, 2005 Kia Opirus is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Mitsubishi Verada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Mitsubishi Verada would be higher. At 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Kia Opirus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mitsubishi Verada (208 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2005 Kia Opirus. (200 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mitsubishi Verada should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Opirus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Opirus weights approximately 387 kg more than 2000 Mitsubishi Verada.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2000 Mitsubishi Verada (316 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Opirus. (298 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Mitsubishi Verada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Opirus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Opirus | 2000 Mitsubishi Verada | |
| Make | Kia | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Opirus | Verada |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3497 cc | 3495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 316 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1897 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2730 mm |
